This course provides a foundational understanding of the biological basis of cancer, focusing on the molecular and cellular mechanisms that drive tumor initiation, progression, and metastasis. It introduces students to the hallmarks of cancer, oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes, genomic instability, and signaling pathways involved in malignant transformation. The course also covers cancer epidemiology, risk factors, tumor microenvironment, and mechanisms of immune evasion. Students will learn about modern diagnostic techniques, biomarkers, and emerging therapeutic strategies including targeted therapy and immunotherapy
| Day | Topic | Sub-Topic No. | Sub-Topic Title | Detailed Contents |
| Day 1 | Introduction to Cancer Biology, Epidemiology | 1.1 | Definition | Definition, purpose, real-world examples |
| 1.2 | Types of cancer | Slow and Aggressive cancers | ||
| 1.3 | Epidemiology | Incidence of cancer world vs. India | ||
| 1.4 | Worldwide current data | Worldwide cancer burden | ||
| 1.5 | Indian prospective of cancer | cancer burden in India | ||
| Day 2 | Risk Factors and Aetiology of Cancer | 2.1 | Major Risk Factors | Major Risk Factors |
| 2.2 | Personal Habit | Tobacco and alcohol | ||
| 2.3 | Microbiological | Bacteria and Viruses' role in cancer Dietary risk factors and Environmental factors | ||
| Day 3 | Types of Cancer and Diagnostic Modality | 3.1 | Leading cancer | Aggressive cancer, Rare Cancers |
| 3.2 | Early Diagnosis | Pancreatic and Breast Cancer | ||
| Day 4 | Case reports, screening and early diagnosis of breast cancer | 4.1 | Breast cancer, Indian perspective | Case reports: Diagnostic Dilemma |
| 4.2 | early diagnosis of breast cancer | Recent advances, case based studies | ||
| Day 5 | Treatment options for breast cancer | 5.1 | Treatment | Surgery and Chemotherapy |
| 5.2 | Hormonal therapy | Hormonal therapy | ||
| 5.3 | Triple Negative test | Treatment options for TNT | ||
| Day 6 | Prevention and awareness and plans for breast cancer | |||
| Know your Mentor | Contact Number | Email Id | Teaching Experience (in Yrs.) |
| Dr Ravi Kumar Sharma | 8725825009 | ravi.e11869@cumail.in | 12+ Years |